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Originally Posted by Chikinlittle
I realize that the oil sands are a significant economic engine for Canada right now, and probably one of the main factors (if one single one can be pinpointed) for Canada currently leading the g8 in economic health, but i am not proud for this development and exploitation to be happening in my country. From a global citizen perspective, any development of this manner should be significantly taxed with that income being fed directly into r&d for sustainable energy initiatives. I cannot wait for the day when we do not depend on oil. This is the 21st century for crying out loud. I want to be proud of Canada for setting the right example for the rest of the world.
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This is something that should be reserved for another thread. I'm not saying it should not be discussed in this forum, but that there are likely other threads you might want to direct your energy when it comes to the debate. Here, we're trying to focus on Ft. McMurray, the actual city (hamlet.)